Cayuga County may slash $200,000 from its tourism budget despite not directly funding the office, according to The Citizen. Lawmakers are proposing to keep a larger share of hotel tax revenue—25% instead of 5%—which would shrink the tourism agency’s funds by 20%.
Tourism Director Karen Kühl warned the cut could halt key programs and stall hiring. She says tourism generates significant tax revenue—$9.4 million in 2023—and offers a strong return on investment for the county.
Kühl urged lawmakers and community partners to reconsider, calling the reduction short-sighted and damaging to a vital economic engine.
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